Dr. Jay Albright practices pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and pediatric sports medicine in Aurora, CO, Broomfield, CO, and Highlands Ranch, CO. He honors Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, and Humana Catastrophic, in addition to other insurance carriers. After attending the University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine for medical school, Dr. Albright completed his residency training at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. Awards and/or distinctions he has received include Traveling Fellow, AOSSM and Traveling Fellow 2013 - AOSSM. He is professionally affiliated with Children's Hospital Colorado and the University Physicians.

Dr. Derek Purcell is a specialist in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. He works in Colorado Springs, CO. Areas of particular interest for Dr. Purcell include musculoskeletal surgery. He is professionally affiliated with Children's Hospital Colorado, Centura Health, and the University of Colorado Health (UCHealth). His education and training includes medical school at the University of Virginia School of Medicine and residency at Washington University Medical Center in St. Louis. He is in-network for several insurance carriers, including Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, and Humana Catastrophic.

Dr. Ky Kobayashi is a hand surgeon, orthopedic surgeon, and sports medicine specialist in Colorado Springs, CO, Usafa, CO, and Sterling, CO. Dr. Kobayashi graduated from the University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine. For his residency, Dr. Kobayashi trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Connecticut and a hospital affiliated with the University of Arizona. In his practice, he is particularly interested in musculoskeletal surgery. He accepts Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, and Humana Catastrophic, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Kobayashi's hospital/clinic affiliations include Centura Health, the University of Colorado Health (UCHealth), and Banner Health Clinic.

Dr. Matthew Bowdish is a physician who specializes in adult allergy & immunology. Dr. Bowdish's professional affiliations include Centura Health, the University of Colorado Hospital (UCH), and the University Physicians. He takes Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, Humana Catastrophic, and more. He studied medicine at Northeast Ohio Medical University. Dr. Bowdish's residency was performed at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center.

Dr. Brian Shaw practices orthopedics/orthopedic surgery in Aurora, CO and Colorado Springs, CO. Dr. Shaw (or staff) speaks the following languages: Spanish and Russian. Clinical interests for Dr. Shaw include scoliosis, strains, and cancer surgery. He is professionally affiliated with Children's Hospital Colorado, Centura Health, and the University of Colorado Hospital (UCH). Before completing his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital and a hospital affiliated with Harvard Medical School, Dr. Shaw attended medical school at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. Patient reviews placed Dr. Shaw at an average of 4.0 stars out of 5. He accepts Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, and Humana Catastrophic, as well as other insurance carriers. He has received the distinction of Resident Teaching Award, University of Virginia School of Medicine, Dept of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Dr. Travis Murray works as a pediatric orthopedic surgeon. Clinical interests for Dr. Murray include scoliosis, strains, and knee injury. His professional affiliations include Centura Health, Children's Hospital Colorado, and the University Physicians. He attended Medical College of Wisconsin and then went on to complete his residency at Summa Health System. Dr. Murray is an in-network provider for Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, and Humana Catastrophic, in addition to other insurance carriers.

Dr. Jane Ridings practices radiation oncology in Colorado Springs, CO. Areas of expertise for Dr. Ridings include lung cancer, ovarian cancer, and radiation therapy. Dr. Ridings is in-network for Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, Humana Catastrophic, and more. She studied medicine at the University of Michigan Medical School. She trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Michigan for her residency. She is affiliated with Centura Health, the University of Colorado Health (UCHealth), and the University Physicians.

Dr. Michael Schuck's medical specialty is adult orthopedic reconstructive surgery. He has received a 4.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. He has a special interest in musculoskeletal surgery. Dr. Schuck's professional affiliations include Centura Health, Children's Hospital Colorado, and the University of Colorado Health (UCHealth). Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, and Humana Catastrophic are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Schuck takes. He welcomes new patients. Dr. Schuck graduated from the University of Virginia School of Medicine, the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine, and Baylor College of Medicine and then he performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine. In addition to English, he speaks Spanish.

Dr. Annelise Spees, who practices in Colorado Springs, CO, is a medical specialist in pediatric sports medicine and developmental-behavioral pediatrics. Patient ratings for Dr. Spees average 4.0 stars out of 5. She is affiliated with Centura Health, the University of Colorado Health (UCHealth), and Memorial Hospital North. Dr. Spees is in-network for Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, and Humana Catastrophic, as well as other insurance carriers. She attended MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine and then went on to complete her residency at Hahnemann University Hospital.

Dr. Steven Myers specializes in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and practices in Colorado Springs, CO. Dr. Myers studied medicine at Northeast Ohio Medical University. He trained at Akron General Medical Center and Rhode Island Hospital for residency. Areas of particular interest for Dr. Myers include knee problems, musculoskeletal surgery, and hip problems. Patient reviews placed him at an average of 5.0 stars out of 5. Dr. Myers honors several insurance carriers, including Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, and Humana Catastrophic. He speaks French. He is professionally affiliated with Centura Health and the University of Colorado Health (UCHealth). Dr. Myers is open to new patients.

Dr. Jeffrey Olsen is a radiation oncology specialist. Dr. Olsen attended medical school at Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at Washington University Medical Center in St. Louis. His clinical interests include lung cancer, ovarian cancer, and radiation therapy. Dr. Olsen honors Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, and Humana Catastrophic, in addition to other insurance carriers. He is affiliated with Centura Health, the University of Colorado Hospital (UCH), and the University Physicians.

Dr. Robert Sayers is a medical specialist in pediatric sports medicine, pediatric genetics, and developmental-behavioral pediatrics. He is an in-network provider for Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, Humana Catastrophic, and more. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine. For his professional training, Dr. Sayers completed a residency program at Travis Air Force Base, David Grant USAF Medical Center. His professional affiliations include Children's Hospital Colorado, the University of Colorado Health (UCHealth), and Memorial Hospital Central.

Dr. Eric Jepson specializes in adult orthopedic reconstructive surgery. Dr. Jepson's areas of clinical interest consist of knee problems, musculoskeletal surgery, and hip problems. Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, and Humana Catastrophic are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Jepson accepts. He attended A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at Garden City Hospital. His professional affiliations include Centura Health and the University of Colorado Health (UCHealth).

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What are Musculoskeletal Problems?

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives our bodies structure and allows us to move and do things. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a “C” or “S.” It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It’s most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.